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The domestic terrorism bill that would have opened up debate on hate crimes and gun safety failed along party lines on Thursday.
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Belfast potato plant faces uncertain future after devastating fire
All that’s left on the McCrum site is a small metal tank, a pile of mulch, an excavator and the blackened remains of a small retaining wall.

UMaine System had to close $18.8M gap to balance budget for the coming year
The University of Maine in Orono had to rely on $11.9 million from reserves to balance its budget, accounting for the majority of the gap.

Judge blocks Wells motel from evicting long-term residents on short notice
Superior Court Justice Wayne Douglas said the threat of homelessness posed an irreparable threat to the tenants.
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The art of maple tapping
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How Maine’s charging station infrastructure is changing
The electric vehicle charging infrastructure in Maine is surprisingly widespread and constantly growing.

Indigenous writer is weaving together heritage and modern life in his work
Morgan Talty’s “Night of the Living Rez” is a tribute to his Penobscot roots, and speaks to what it means to live through tragedy.